Research and Development Cell
(R&D) of S.S.I.P.M.T. ,Raipur (C.G.)
supports activities aimed at developing and integrating technologies to
evolve technology systems both in the emerging
areas and in traditional sectors/areas. Feasibility of fresh ideas/
concepts is assessed for their potential conversion into useful
technology/product. Applications of R&D for socio-economic benefits is
consciously promoted.

II Objectives

The primary objective of the cell
is to facilitate and support development of products or techniques/technology
aimed at specific end use. The R&D cell stresses on clearly identifying the
needs for development of the technology so that the developmental effort could
be useful to the students. It envisages active user involvement and association
in the development effort. The intention is that the products/technologies
developed become useful for the benefit of the people at large. The specific
objectives of the cell are to develop and integrate technologies following a
holistic approach in identified areas;

·Facilitate
enhancing quality and performance of the traditional/non-traditional items;

·Encourage
developments in application of R&D
activities; and

·Promote
activities aimed at improving technology, technique, material, methods and
other appropriate activities conducive for development of technology status in
identified areas.

III Technology Qualifiers’ Criteria

The
Proposal to qualify consideration under the R&D Programme should meet one
or more of the following criteria. The technology should be based on established
R&D outcome/ results

Conforming
to national/ international specifications

Potentially
useful, demand driven and required by other agencies and users

A
development of technology for multiple applications

An
adaptation of existing technology for its applications other than originally
intended

Meeting
a critical national need (present/ future) and strengthening technological
capabilities for the same

An
application of advanced science and technology with a promise of giving
competitive solutions

IV Spectrum of Activities Qualified for
Support

Under the Programme, primarily
those Projects/ Activities are supported for which "proof of concept” has
already been established. The Proposals aimed at applied R&D are
encouraged. Proposals involving basic/ exploratory research are not considered
under this Programme. Specifically, following activities are supported under
the Programme:

ØApplied Research and
Analysis

ØDevelopment and Engineering (D&E)

·Application
oriented Research, Design and Development (RD&D) having Production
Potential

·Prototype
Development of Product/ System/ Services/ Software Development (new, up
gradation of the existing, field trials and demonstration)

·Process
Development (new, up-scaling of the existing, field trials and demonstration)

·Data Generation
and Feasibility Study

·Provision for
Production Facility on a limited scale for a specific Technology Segment to
enable the Technology to become competitive

·Sophisticated
Equipment and Technology based Job-Shops for cost-effective Fabrication Techniques

·Scientific
Knowledge leading to future Technology Development

·Technological
Capability Development

V Who can submit?

Project Proposals can be submitted
for financial support by scientists/engineers/technologists working in academic
institutions/registered societies/R&D institutions/laboratories having
adequate infrastructure/facilities to carry out technology development work.
The Programme encourages multi-disciplinary

Proposals envisaging
network/collaboration of various Organizations having diverse expertise and
facilities for synergistic implementation of the Projects. Participation of
industry is important.

Project Proposals are also welcome from
Industry having DSIR recognized R&D Laboratories either alone or in
collaboration with academic/R&D Institutions.

VI Niche Areas

Some of the typical areas in
which Proposals can be submitted are listed below:

·Embedded System
and Robotics

·Waste
Utilization and Management

·Public Health
and Safety

·Engineering
Techniques for Rejuvenation of Traditional Crafts

·Alternate Fuels,
Fuel Conservation, Efficient Utilization of Fuels

·Platform
Technologies for a Range of Applications

The above list is not
exhaustive and Proposals in other areas are equally welcome if the activity is
perceived to be useful by R&D for technology advancement in the country and
is not being taken up under any other major R&D programme of the Government
of India.